Communication and Information Management

Unit code: VIT1103 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Nicholson
VU Brisbane
VU Sydney
Prerequisites
N/A
Overview
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Overview

This unit aims to develop a set of skills associated with professional communication such as oral and written; including technical and online. Students locate and assemble reliable relevant sources of information for analysis and presentation. Content includes an overview of the Internet, characteristics and functions of browsers, resources on the Internet, using search engines effectively, and application of IT technology to information gathering and reporting.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Conduct basic research by collating and synthesising information from a variety of sources;
  2. Assess and evaluate resources and make judgements and decisions on their reliability and validity;
  3. Demonstrate clear professional communication for specific purposes;
  4. Plan and apply a variety of approaches to design and present researched information to given problem; and
  5. Collaborate with others using effective interpersonal skills to design and develop online material, with responsibility for own output.
  6. Participate in an academic community through reflective and critical engagement in academic texts and understanding of principles of academic integrity.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Test
|
Grade: 20%
3 x Online Quizzes
Assessment type: Portfolio
|
Grade: 30%
3 x Professional Communication Tasks
Assessment type: Project
|
Grade: 50%
Group Assignment (35%) & Oral Presentation (15%)
Assessment type: Other
|
Grade: 0%
Evidence of completion of the Academic Integrity Modules (Hurdle)

Other locations

For students studying at Henan University
Assessment type: Test
|
Grade: 20%
Online Quizzes
Assessment type: Portfolio
|
Grade: 30%
Professional Communication Portfolio
Assessment type: Report
|
Grade: 50%
Group Assignment (35%) & Oral Presentation (15%)
Assessment type: Other
|
Grade: 0%
Evidence of completion of the Academic Integrity Modules (Hurdle)

This unit is delivered in a blended delivery model via six hours of weekly face to face sessions with the Instructor along with online resources available through the Learning Management System. This model allows the students to take responsibility for their learning by accessing resources and completing activities in an online environment prior to attending a facilitated face-to-face session that progresses and applies the learning. Teaching and learning strategies used include: self-paced delivery; practical computer-based labs delivery utilising leading IT vendor materials; project or group work; reflection and participation in on-line forums. Delivery strategies will address the learning outcomes and meet the needs of the learner. Additional 5hrs outside the time specified is required to complete all assessments.

For students studying at VU Sydney
Assessment type: Test
|
Grade: 20%
3 x Online Quizzes
Assessment type: Portfolio
|
Grade: 30%
3 x Professional Communication Tasks
Assessment type: Project
|
Grade: 50%
Group Assignment (35%) & Oral Presentation (15%)
Assessment type: Other
|
Grade: 0%
Evidence of completion of the Academic Integrity Modules (Hurdle)

The delivery mode of this unit allows students to take responsibility for their learning by accessing resources and completing activities in an online environment prior to attending either in person or online facilitated sessions that progresses and applies the learning. Teaching and learning strategies used include: self-paced delivery; practical computer-based labs; practical case studies; project or group work; and class discussion.

Academic support is available for students who require additional support.

Required reading

There are no required texts for this unit.

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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